Buyer at Micro Tech

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 
• Review, interpret, and verify purchase order requests.
• Verify quantity, anticipated costs and practical application of supplies/materials 
• Obtain critical materials and components, equipment, and services through interviewing and/or visit vendors to ensure supplier is qualified
• Research sources, solicit bids, and compare areas of quality, cost, delivery, and warranty/guarantee policies.
• Commit company funds to vendors and expedite orders/shipment/delivery
• Establish and maintain automated purchase inventory files and records.
• Authorize payment to vendor 
• Partner with QA department to perform supplier audits.
• Recognize and understand supply risk to the organization, work with suppliers and internal stakeholder to resolve or suggest alternative solutions.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks; perform cost and scenario analysis; identify cost saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, metrics and performance.
 

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. /B.S.) preferred
• 2+_years of relevant experience in procurement or purchasing - medical device industry preferred
• Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional in Supply Management a plus.
• Strong Computer skills with MS Excel and PowerPoint required. Previous experience with an  ERP